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Bosphorus Cruises: the 15 Best Sailings in Istanbul

33 tours  ·  from $6 a head

The strait between Europe and Asia is the cheapest famous boat ride in this sea. These 15 cover the daytime ferries, the sunset yachts and the dinner boats, with prices, piers and how long each is really out.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - Boarding options, transfers, and the three-hour schedule
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

1.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62,058 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Our pick

Spend three hours aboard a Mega Lüfer yacht, crossing between Europe and Asia while dining at a private table. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, the bridges, and Maiden’s Tower, with Turkish folk dance, dervishes, flamenco, belly dance, Sirtaki, music, and a DJ. Choose standard or VIP dining, window or stage seating, drinks, and hotel pickup.

“Great way to spend the evening. Nice food, good atmosphere, and great views of Istanbul from the Bosphorus. I can recommend this activity!”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show - The menu: Turkish starters, three main-course choices
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

2.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12,954 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Spend three hours sailing between Europe and Asia aboard Turyol Bosfor. Enjoy Turkish starters, grilled meatballs, chicken, fish, dessert, and selected unlimited drinks, then watch 1.5 hours of folk dances, belly dancing, live music, and DJ sets. Hotel pickup is optional, and staff such as Blake, Elvis, and Sadi are noted for attentive service.

“The entertainment when we had it. The DJ did a great job with the music. That got everyone up and dancing after the belly dancer.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide - Checking in beside the Eminönü pier
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

3.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,704 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $7

From Eminönü, sail north along the Bosphorus and return in about two hours. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, and Maiden’s Tower while using a phone-based guide in 11 languages. Turkish tea, Nescafé, Wi-Fi, and restrooms are included. Sunset departures add warm evening light.

“This is in one of the must do things here in Istanbul”

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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Dolmabahçe and Çırağan, Ottoman power on the European shore
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

4.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Cruise from Kabataş on a small yacht past Ottoman palaces, waterfront neighborhoods, bridges, fortresses, and the Maiden’s Tower. Your guide explains the sights while the crew serves tea, coffee, lemonade, fruit, baklava, and cookies. Indoor and outdoor seating, a restroom, and a maximum of 40 people make this a relaxed way to see both sides of Istanbul at sunset.

“I really enjoyed the cruise, even though sunset was just at the end due to the time of year (July). The commentary provided was excellent (and better than a city tour I had taken earlier - and paid more for), and the snacks and drinks were a welcome addition. I'd recommend sitting on the left-hand side of the boat (in the direction of travel) as ALL the sights are on that side of the boat, and we had taken seats on the other side :( Still, I'd recommend this experience as it was an enjoyable and memorable couple of hours. Oh, and get to the meeting point when they suggest.…”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide - Boarding at Kabataş
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

5.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,845 reviews · 2h 15m · from $19

Board a decorated yacht at Kabataş for a 135-minute English-guided cruise between Europe and Asia. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and Maiden’s Tower while enjoying canapés, fruit, tea, coffee, and fresh mint lemonade. Guides such as Aleyna, Betül, Nur, and Erdem are praised for friendly service, though the meeting point can take care to find.

“Alaina made the experience wonderful with her kindness and care.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack - From Kabataş to Dolmabahçe Palace
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

6.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,716 reviews · 2 hours · from $8

Sail from Kabataş between Europe and Asia as Istanbul lights up. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower, and more, with an audio guide in six languages. Choose the snack option for fruit, pastries, Turkish treats, and drinks. Bring a jacket for the breezy upper deck.

“Awesome activity. now some details - they allowed us to come next day, as we reached late on our scheduled date, with the same ticket. i have seen videos saying ferry can replace cruise, but certainly not. snaks are drinks are also good and totally value for money”

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side - Boarding near Dolmabahçe Mosque
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

7.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Spend about 2.5 hours on a comfortable yacht sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. An English-speaking guide points out palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses, while the crew serves tea, coffee, water, fruit, sandwiches, and pastries. The short Kanlıca stop adds a taste of Asian Istanbul.

“The boat tour was a great way to spend the afternoon to relax. It was informitive and a great introduction to the Boshpforous River. Thanks again!”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show - Boarding at Kabatas and getting settled
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

8.Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,181 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Spend three hours on a dinner boat sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. You’ll pass Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy, the Bosphorus Bridge, and Maiden’s Tower while watching whirling dervishes, belly dancing, folk performances, and a live DJ. Hotel pickup is optional, and staff such as Dogus, Fatih, and Ozgur are known for attentive table service.

“Is very good experience I recommend to do this! We like everything”

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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best - Dolmabahçe Palace and the European shore
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

9.Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,181 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Sail Istanbul’s Bosphorus at sunset aboard a 25-meter yacht, crossing between Europe and Asia while a guide explains palaces, mosques, fortresses, and bridges. Expect tea, coffee, juice, lemonade, fruit, and canapés. Hotel pickup is available in Fatih and Beyoğlu. Guides named Emre, Nahad, Nahed, and John have been praised for warm service and clear commentary.

“Nice tour. The boat was great. My wife gets motion sickness, but no issues here. Friendly staff and great guide. Everyone got their perfect pictures. Thx”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - The dinner: many starters, three main-course choices
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

10.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,021 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Board the Mega Lüfer near Kabataş or add hotel pickup, then enjoy a Turkish dinner while sailing between Europe and Asia. Expect appetizers, a choice of grill, fish, or vegetarian main course, and a full evening of folk dance, whirling dervishes, belly dance, flamenco, rhythm, and DJ performances. Staff members such as Talip and Ulas have earned praise for attentive service.

“Pick up option was great and the cruising itself was pleasant through it took almost 40 minutes to depart. However, the food was very lacklustre, particularly the mains which were tough and dry, and overall basic.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option - Seeing Istanbul from the water
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

11.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,973 reviews · 2 hours · from $6Best value

Take a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise from Istanbul, with departures throughout the day and sunset sailings at 4 or 5 PM. You will pass landmarks such as Galata Tower while an optional smartphone audio guide explains the sights in several languages. Staff members including Hamza, Atilla, and Mehmet have helped visitors with tickets and app setup.

“I had a great time on a cruise and took great photos.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - Getting to Pereme at Kabatas
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

12.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,950 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Board the Pereme at Kabatas for a three-hour evening cruise between Europe and Asia. You’ll dine on Turkish appetizers, salad, a choice of four main courses, dessert, and fruit while passing Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and the Bosphorus bridges. Folk dancing, belly dance, a whirling dervish, music, and a DJ keep the night moving.

“Rehab guidance was of great experience, overall highly recommend .”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment - Passing beneath Istanbul’s two great bridges
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment

13.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,852 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Spend three hours cruising between Europe and Asia aboard the AMOR yacht. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi palaces, Rumeli Fortress, two bridges, and Maiden’s Tower while eating Turkish food and watching folk dances, belly dancing, live performances, and a DJ. Pickup, drinks, and guide language options depend on the package you select.

“Lovely and enjoyable tour. The dances were amazing. Helpful staff. Watching the most beautiful city on earth while sipping my wine was great.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option - Meeting near Hagia Sophia and reaching the pier
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option

14.Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,758 reviews · 2 hours · from $14

Meet the guide by the yellow umbrella opposite Hagia Sophia, walk about 10 minutes to the pier, and cruise the Golden Horn and Bosphorus for two hours. You’ll pass palaces, mosques, bridges, waterfront villages, and Maiden’s Tower. Download the offline audio guide before boarding, and bring a jacket for the open deck.

“Guide made accommodation for us to reschedule our ticket times.”

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - (Morning or Afternoon) - The European shore: palaces, mosques, and bridges
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

15.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,657 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Spend about 2.5 hours aboard the Sunset Bosphorus yacht, passing palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses on both shores. Stop in Kanlıca for its famous yogurt and a short break. Guides such as Nahed, Serdar, and Senol have led this cruise, which includes drinks, snacks, Wi-Fi, and pickup from Fatih or Beyoğlu.

“The staff members were very friendly. Tour guide shared interesting historical information along the way. Refreshments were provided with the option to purchase spirit drinks.”

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